IRONMAN Lanzarote

IRONMAN Lanzarote is a full-distance triathlon on the Canary island of Lanzarote, scheduled for Saturday 15 May 2027. The race is based in Puerto del Carmen and combines an open-water swim, a bike leg across the island’s volcanic interior and a marathon along the seafront. From 2027 the event is organised directly by IRONMAN: Club La Santa, which ran the first 34 editions, has announced it will no longer organise the race or lend it its name.

Routes and distances

• Swim: 3.8 km in the open water of Playa Grande.
• Bike: 180 km. In recent editions the course has crossed Timanfaya National Park and the La Geria vineyards, fully exposed to the trade winds.
• Run: a marathon (42.2 km) along the Puerto del Carmen promenade, with coastal views.

The 2027 course details have not been published yet, so check the official site for any changes.

Registration

Details and registration dates for the 2027 edition had not been published when this page was written. Follow the official website for entry information.

Why race it

IRONMAN Lanzarote joins the 2027 IRONMAN Pro Series for the first time, worth 5,000 points to the professionals. The bike course is defined by volcanic scenery and persistent wind, which makes pacing and bike handling decisive. The finish in Puerto del Carmen keeps the whole event compact for supporters.

Where to stay

Puerto del Carmen is where IRONMAN Lanzarote begins and ends, so sleeping here means a short walk or ride to bib collection, the bike check-in and the swim start on race morning. Arriving a couple of days early also gives you time to recce the opening kilometres of the bike course towards La Geria and Timanfaya, and the seafront resorts make the recovery after the marathon far easier.

Ereza Apartamentos Los Hibiscos – in Puerto del Carmen, a few steps from the beach. These spacious apartments suit athletes travelling with family or a partner, and the dedicated bicycle storage room comes with the tools and supplies to maintain and clean your bike. Bike rental, laundry for your kit and massage are also listed, plus two pools for easy recovery days.

La Isla y el Mar Hotel Boutique – in Puerto del Carmen, adults only. This 5-star boutique hotel has 92 suites, a gym and a spa with sports massage, sauna and jacuzzi, which is a welcome treat after a long day in the saddle. Bike repair tools and a bike wash are on site, and La Geria is about 10 km away and Timanfaya about 17 km, so the course landmarks are right on the doorstep.

SENTIDO AEQUORA LANZAROTE SUITES – Puerto del Carmen, about 4 km from the start. A modern 4-star resort 250 m from Los Pocillos beach, it offers a bike wash, repair tools and supplies, laundry, massage and a fitness area. Guided tours and route information are listed too, and half-board or all-inclusive options keep fuelling simple for families and supporters.

Barceló Lanzarote Active Resort – Costa Teguise, about 17 km from the start. Built around sport, this 4-star beachfront resort has a professional cycling centre, a 10-lane Olympic pool and a 485 m² fitness centre. It also lists bike rental, mechanical assistance, indoor trainers and luggage transport, and a Deluxe Hypoxia room that simulates altitude. It suits triathletes who want a full training camp before or after race week, rather than a base within walking distance of the start.

Event weekend fills quickly, so book early to secure the room you want, and browse more cycling-friendly accommodation across Lanzarote.